National Council on Independent Living
@ncil.bsky.social
NCIL is the longest-running national cross-disability grassroots organization, driven by and dedicated to people with disabilities.
Update on OMB Proposed Rule This message is to provide an update on the recent Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), titled Federal Grant Rule Changes. Read more: bit.ly/4wJfKe1
Update on OMB Proposed Rule - National Council on Independent Living
Dear Independent Living Community, This message is to provide an update on the recent Notice of Proposed...
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Collaborative artwork created by attendees at #NCIL2026. It says “NCIL 2026 ART” and has hearts, hands, and handwritten disability rights statements like “Our rights are not up for cuts,” “Disability rights are civil rights,” “Let us LIVE!”, “LEAD ON!”, “Our Voices Our Choices,” and “Keep 504”.
OPEN POSITION: Manager of Program Development and Technical Assistance, APRIL (Remote with occasional travel) The Association of Programs for Independent Living is a membership organization dedicated to advancing the rights of people with disabilities in rural America. Read more: bit.ly/4hRp1Me
OPEN POSITION: Manager of Program Development and Technical Assistance, APRIL (Remote with occasional travel) - National Council on Independent Living
This position remains open until filled. Filling this position is of the utmost priority. The Association of...
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As Republicans try to dismantle our hard-won rights and protections, we are organized and fighting back together -- in every community, classroom, and here in the halls of Congress. Thank you @ncil.bsky.social for this powerful gathering, let's get to work.
"We won't go back." ♿💙 Some highlights from this year's @ncil.bsky.social march on Washington for disability rights #IndependentLiving #DisabilityCommunity #Accessibility #WashingtonDC
This document outlines NCIL’s funding requests and legislative priorities and demonstrates why investing in independence is both fiscally responsible and consistent with our nation’s commitment to equal opportunity. Tomorrow we take our message to Capitol Hill! ncil.org/2026-confere...
Legislative Priorities - National Council on Independent Living
Legislative Priorities 2026 Introduction For more than 40 years, the Independent Living Program has empowered people with disabilities to live and participate fully in their communities. Created under...
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Join us tomorrow, July 21, for a March and Rally in Washington, DC! bit.ly/4fleCph
ADA36 March & Rally - National Council on Independent Living
Join NCIL’s ADA36 March & Rally on July 21, 2026! Everyone is welcome to join us as we march through the streets of Washington, DC to deliver the message: “We...
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We're in Washington, D.C. for the @ncil.bsky.social Annual Conference! ♿ Joining us this week is Amber Hammond, who reminds us why advocacy matters: "Legislators aren't going to know what we want and need unless we tell them."
NCIL is Hiring for Two Remote Positions! NCIL is seeking collaborative professionals to support accessible, high-quality programs and services. Job descriptions: Project Coordinator: bit.ly/4vRv2g5 Accessibility Associate: bit.ly/4wrRbS7 Deadline: July 22, 2026.
NCIL's Annual Conference online registration closes July 8, 2026. Those who do not register online by the deadline may still register at the conference, but a nametag will not be waiting for them. Maximize your time and energy by registering online in the next week! Read more: bit.ly/4vO5iS8
Annual Conference Online Registration Closes July 8! - National Council on Independent Living
Online registration for NCIL’s Annual Conference on Independent Living will close July 8, 2026. Conference attendees are...
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How are states improving disability employment outcomes? Check out the LEAD Center webinar archive to learn how states are aligning workforce systems and more! bit.ly/4wQxeph
A Message from Theo Braddy: The Urgency of the Moment The recent Department of Justice memo is another serious reminder that the threats facing people with disabilities, our civil rights, and the Independent Living Movement are real. Personally, I am not surprised by this memo. bit.ly/4fZZsIb
The Urgency of the Moment: This Is the Time to Fight Back - National Council on Independent Living
Dear NCIL members and non-members, The recent Department of Justice memo is another serious reminder that the...
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Today we are launching the Protect Independent Living Silent Auction, which runs through July 20. Auction: bit.ly/4vYyEfZ FAQ: bit.ly/4f2Fhbq Please direct all questions to Dara Bright at dara@ncil.org. Happy bidding and thank you for supporting the disability-led Independent Living Movement!
Support Independent Living for People with Disabilities
Defending civil rights and promoting community inclusion for all
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Looking for new ways to recruit and retain direct support professionals (DSPs) in your state? Access the latest LEAD Center webinar to address the DSP shortage crisis here: bit.ly/4uxtnM2
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director indiGO (Superior, Wisconsin) Closing Date: July 10, 2026 IndiGO is seeking a dynamic individual with vision and excellent communication skills to interact with peers, legislators, current and prospective donors, the media and community. Read more: bit.ly/4xHUYfw
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director indiGO (Superior, Wisconsin) - National Council on Independent Living
Closing Date: July 10, 2026 The Executive Director represents the Agency, those whom the Agency serves and...
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NCIL strongly condemns the recent Department of Justice Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) memo that attempts to undermine the integration mandate at the heart of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the landmark Olmstead v. L.C. decision. More: bit.ly/4aH3kKw
NCIL Statement Condemning and Rejecting the Department of Justice's Memo Attempting to Undermine Disability Civil Rights - National Council on Independent Living
The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) strongly condemns the recent Department of Justice Office of Legal...
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The Department of Labor (@dol.gov) recently updated its “Secure Your Financial Future” toolkit with resources for workers, families, caregivers, and service providers. Learn more: bit.ly/4nNCiq9
EWTN News: Disability advocates file federal suits over ‘imminent risk’ of New York, Illinois suicide laws Laws that allow doctors to help kill their patients risk a “deadly and discriminatory system” for disabled individuals, suits argue. Read more: bit.ly/4vL70mG
Disability advocates file federal suits over ‘imminent risk’ of New York, Illinois suicide laws
Laws that allow doctors to help kill their patients risk a "deadly and discriminatory system" for disabled individuals, suits argue.
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Spectrum News 1: Disability rights advocate explains lawsuit against New York's Medical Aid in Dying law Read more: bit.ly/4aYgKBY
Disability rights advocate explains suit against N.Y. Medical Aid in Dying law
The plaintiffs claim that people with life-threatening disabilities belong to a protected class and are at risk of harm if the law goes into effect.
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OPEN POSITION: Men's Support Group Facilitator - Spinal Cord Injury, Ability360 (Phoenix, Arizona) Closing date: July 15, 2026 Ability 360 is seeking a male with lived experience with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) to lead their monthly men’s Support Group. Read more: bit.ly/3S8H4TC
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, SMILES (Southern Minnesota) Closing: July 14, 2026 SMILES is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven ED to lead a respected nonprofit empowering individuals with disabilities to live independently and fully participate in their communities. More: bit.ly/49Waomo
OPEN POSITION: Executive Director, SMILES Center for Independent Living (Southern Minnesota) - National Council on Independent Living
Closing date: July 14, 2026 Supporting people with disabilities to realize their full potential. SMILES is seeking...
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The agenda for NCIL’s 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living has been updated with new details, and the full workshop schedule is now available on our website. - Workshops: bit.ly/49LbS2F - Agenda: bit.ly/4fuIZvn
Workshops - National Council on Independent Living
About Workshop Sessions Workshops are classified by target audience: frontline staff & consumers, advocates & project directors, or executive directors & board members. Workshops are also classified a...
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NCIL Mourns the Passing of Former President Kent Crenshaw Kent was more than a leader. He was a champion for the Independent Living Movement, a tireless advocate for the rights of people with disabilities, and a friend and mentor to many across our nation. Read more: bit.ly/4dSYIDk
NCIL Mourns the Passing of Former President Kent Crenshaw - National Council on Independent Living
The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) is deeply saddened by the passing of former NCIL President...
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A Message from Theo Braddy: Ordinary People! Behind every well-known leader were thousands of people doing the hard work every single day. People whose names may never appear in books or documentaries, but who helped build this movement from the ground up. Read more: bit.ly/4dQaazp
Access Living has announced settlement of the second-largest accessible affordable housing lawsuit in history. After over 8 years, the City of Chicago will now be required to build and / or retrofit 2,800 units to be accessible, with a significant portion of those being affordable. bit.ly/499h28s
Access Living Wins Major Civil Rights Lawsuit Against the City of Chicago - Access Living
Agreement Signed off by City Council Requires City to Rehab or Build Thousands of Apartments for Low-Income, Disabled Residents and Follow Federal Civil Rights Housing Laws Contact: Lena Parsons, l...
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NCIL is offering scholarships to attend our 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living to youth with disabilities ages 18–26. NCIL also offers the Emet Tauber Scholarship for at least one youth with a disability who is also trans and / or Jewish. Deadline: June 12, 2026 More: bit.ly/42UBiqV
Call for Volunteers! NCIL's 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living is scheduled for July 20-23, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt in Washington, DC. Committed volunteers are critical to its success. Read more: bit.ly/3RmsRBX
If you know me, you have probably heard me say this more than once, “little by little”. I say it a lot because I have lived it. I have lived those moments when life hits you so hard, and you don’t see a way out. When the situation feels too big! Too heavy! Too far gone! bit.ly/42kE6NK
A Message from Theo Braddy: Little by Little - National Council on Independent Living
Listen to the audio version of this message Hello again. This is Theo W. Braddy, Executive Director...
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OPEN POSITION: Independent Living Specialist, Disability Connection Midsouth (Memphis, TN) Closing Date: May 10, 2026 The specialist will assist in tracking goals and services by providing peer support, role modeling, information, referral and advocacy as needed. Read more: bit.ly/3OKeWVA
OPEN POSITION: Independent Living Specialist, Disability Connection Midsouth (Memphis, TN) - National Council on Independent Living
Closing Date: May 10, 2026 About Disability Connection Midsouth Disability Connection Midsouth (DCM), Memphis’ Center for Independent...
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Annual Conference Early Bird Rates End May 1! Early Bird registration rates for NCIL’s 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living end Friday, May 1. Don’t miss out! Visit our Annual Conference website to review the agenda and workshops, register, and book your hotel room: bit.ly/4rLhUXj
Registration - National Council on Independent Living
Registration Registration Open: 2026 Annual Conference on Independent Living! July 20-23 (Grand Hyatt, Washington, DC) NCIL is excited to open registration for the 2026 Annual Conference on Independen...
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